Houston Methodist
Cath Lab Cardiovascular Technologist
Houston Methodist – Houston, TX
About the Role This experienced technologist assists with interventional and therapeutic cardiac or electrophysiology procedures including peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators, atherectomy, laser, coronary ultrasound, ablations, and device implantation. The position requires specialized training in cardiovascular catheterization and the ability to exercise critical thinking in a fast‑paced environment, delivering exceptional patient care while adhering to safety standards and guidelines. The technologist is a member of the direct patient care team and is required to be on call.
FLSA Status Non‑exempt
Qualifications Education
Graduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s); if the credential/registry was acquired after September 1, 2013, an associate’s degree is required.
Experience
Three years’ experience as a Cath Lab Cardiovascular (CV) Technician or comparable experience.
Licenses and Certifications (Required)
RCIS – Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (CCI) or RCES – Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (CCI) and
BLS – Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) – American Heart Association and
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) – American Heart Association.
Skills and Abilities
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform assigned duties, as determined through ongoing assessments.
Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include Hospital/Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
Exhibits strong interpersonal and team‑player skills with all levels of the healthcare team, ensuring delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co‑workers.
Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision, including organizing workflow and actively participating in problem‑solving.
Is proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English to perform essential functions, especially with activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
Communicates effectively with patients, physicians, family members, and co‑workers in a customer‑service focus with positive language principles.
Essential Functions – People
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team‑focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results.
Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
Guides and mentors CV Technicians, Cath Lab RNs, and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities.
Essential Functions – Service
Performs interventional and therapeutic cardiac and electrophysiology procedures such as peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators, atherectomy, laser, and coronary ultrasound; electrophysiology procedures including ablations and device implantation.
Provides care for patients by executing Cath Lab concepts to maximize performance, including positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors.
Provides direct assistance to physicians during procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.
Essential Functions – Quality/Safety
Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly, properly using patient radiation protection and immobilization during diagnostic procedures.
Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures.
Reports near‑misses and input errors promptly to improve processes and identify trends, contributing to corrective actions and meeting departmental and hospital quality and safety targets.
Ensures all Cath Lab and imaging equipment has had QC performed and is safe prior to use, reporting malfunctions and performing preventive maintenance.
Essential Functions – Finance
Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures, entering charges at the time of service delivery.
Uses resources efficiently, avoids waste of supplies, and manages time effectively and prioritizes daily tasks.
Essential Functions – Growth/Innovation
Participates in departmental projects and shared governance activities.
Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies, focusing on continual development as a technologist.
Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging students and co‑workers in learning opportunities that align with business objectives.
Supplemental Requirements – Work Attire
Uniform: No
Scrubs: Yes
Business professional: No
Other (department approved): No
On‑Call
Employees may be required to be on call during emergencies (e.g., disaster, severe weather events) regardless of selection below.
On Call: Yes
Travel
Specifications may vary by department.
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: Yes
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No
Other Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
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About the Role This experienced technologist assists with interventional and therapeutic cardiac or electrophysiology procedures including peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators, atherectomy, laser, coronary ultrasound, ablations, and device implantation. The position requires specialized training in cardiovascular catheterization and the ability to exercise critical thinking in a fast‑paced environment, delivering exceptional patient care while adhering to safety standards and guidelines. The technologist is a member of the direct patient care team and is required to be on call.
FLSA Status Non‑exempt
Qualifications Education
Graduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s); if the credential/registry was acquired after September 1, 2013, an associate’s degree is required.
Experience
Three years’ experience as a Cath Lab Cardiovascular (CV) Technician or comparable experience.
Licenses and Certifications (Required)
RCIS – Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (CCI) or RCES – Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (CCI) and
BLS – Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) – American Heart Association and
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) – American Heart Association.
Skills and Abilities
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform assigned duties, as determined through ongoing assessments.
Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include Hospital/Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
Exhibits strong interpersonal and team‑player skills with all levels of the healthcare team, ensuring delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co‑workers.
Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision, including organizing workflow and actively participating in problem‑solving.
Is proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English to perform essential functions, especially with activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
Communicates effectively with patients, physicians, family members, and co‑workers in a customer‑service focus with positive language principles.
Essential Functions – People
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team‑focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results.
Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
Guides and mentors CV Technicians, Cath Lab RNs, and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities.
Essential Functions – Service
Performs interventional and therapeutic cardiac and electrophysiology procedures such as peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators, atherectomy, laser, and coronary ultrasound; electrophysiology procedures including ablations and device implantation.
Provides care for patients by executing Cath Lab concepts to maximize performance, including positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors.
Provides direct assistance to physicians during procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.
Essential Functions – Quality/Safety
Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly, properly using patient radiation protection and immobilization during diagnostic procedures.
Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures.
Reports near‑misses and input errors promptly to improve processes and identify trends, contributing to corrective actions and meeting departmental and hospital quality and safety targets.
Ensures all Cath Lab and imaging equipment has had QC performed and is safe prior to use, reporting malfunctions and performing preventive maintenance.
Essential Functions – Finance
Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures, entering charges at the time of service delivery.
Uses resources efficiently, avoids waste of supplies, and manages time effectively and prioritizes daily tasks.
Essential Functions – Growth/Innovation
Participates in departmental projects and shared governance activities.
Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies, focusing on continual development as a technologist.
Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging students and co‑workers in learning opportunities that align with business objectives.
Supplemental Requirements – Work Attire
Uniform: No
Scrubs: Yes
Business professional: No
Other (department approved): No
On‑Call
Employees may be required to be on call during emergencies (e.g., disaster, severe weather events) regardless of selection below.
On Call: Yes
Travel
Specifications may vary by department.
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: Yes
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No
Other Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
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